A guide through borrowing · Sourced from CFPB & FTC data · Reviewed quarterly
Rate landscape

What loan rates typically look like

General ranges by loan type and credit tier, for orientation only. Your actual offer depends on your credit profile, income, and the individual lender.

Loan typeTypical APR rangeTypical termCollateral
Personal loan (unsecured)8% – 24%2 – 5 yrsNone
Secured personal loan6% – 16%2 – 7 yrsSavings, vehicle, etc.
Credit-builder loan6% – 16%6 – 24 moNone
Line of credit10% – 22%RevolvingUsually none

Ranges are illustrative and drawn from general market observation, not live quotes. Ask any lender for their current, individualized rate before agreeing to anything.

How credit tier affects your rate

Credit score is one input among several — income, existing debt, and employment history all factor into the rate a lender ultimately offers. Two people with identical scores can receive different offers from the same lender.

What moves your rate, beyond credit score